Swimming Costumes Collection (#2)

Young Woman With Her Surfboard; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Sun bathing on Lake Tiorati, Camp Christmas Seals, Haverstraw, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Haverstraw, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Christmas Seals, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Sun bathing on Lake Tiorati

Rumors should not be spread, Camp Christmas Seals, Haverstraw, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Haverstraw, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Christmas Seals, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Rumors should not be spread

Barbara Layne on her vacation at Camp Christmas Seals, Haverstraw, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Haverstraw, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Christmas Seals, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Barbara Layne on her vacation

Mrs. Addie C. Cox, director, Camp Christmas Seals, Haverstraw, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Haverstraw, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Christmas Seals, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Mrs. Addie C

Recreation at Camp Christmas Seals, Haverstraw, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Haverstraw, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Christmas Seals, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Recreation includes swimming, fishing, and boating

The end of a swimming period, Camp Christmas Seals, Haverstraw, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Haverstraw, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Christmas Seals, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. The end of a swimming period

Children Bathing (oil on canvas)
XPG382067 Children Bathing (oil on canvas) by Dupuy, Paul Michel (1869-1949); Private Collection

The Bathers, 1895. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
The Bathers, 1895. Alternative title: On Dieppe Beach. From The Savoy No. I..It illustrates Arthur Symonss article on Dieppe. Published in " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A

A young woman swimming underwater in clear blue shallow lagoon with a sandy bottom, French Polynesia, South Pacific islands, Pacific

An athletic woman free-diving through a colorful reef of French Polynesia, South Pacific islands, Pacific

An athletic woman rides a stand-up paddle-board as another woman free-dives below her, Hawaii, United States of America, Pacific

An athletic woman free-dives to inspect a heart arranged with rocks on the bottom of the ocean, French Polynesia, South Pacific islands, Pacific

An athletic woman in a bikini walks along the white sandy shoreline of the turquoise lagoons in Tahiti, French Polynesia, South Pacific islands, Pacific

Langley Laboratory annual picnic, Buckroe Beach, Hampton, Virginia, USA, July 1, 1929. On the barrel to the left is Ray Sharp

Girl in a deck chair (colour photo)
3104573 Girl in a deck chair (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl in a deck chair)

Girl in a deck chair (colour photo)
3104572 Girl in a deck chair (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl in a deck chair)

Little girl and a Scotsman (colour litho)
3104555 Little girl and a Scotsman (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little girl and a Scotsman)

On the French Coast (litho)
779990 On the French Coast (litho) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Two children on the beach (colour photo)
3094384 Two children on the beach (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two children on the beach)

Holidaymakers enjoying the hot weather over the Whitsun Bank Holiday at the Galleon Pool, Didsbury, Greater Manchester. June 1960 M4255-001

Borough of Kirklees (BOK) Tiger Sharks swimming gala at Cambridge Road Baths. 30th November 1991

Women in their bathing costumes with a fisherman, along the coast, Hastings, circa 1945

Women in their bathing costumes in a fishing boat along the coast, Hastings, circa 1945

Women in their bathing costumes sitting in a fishing boat with a fisherman, along the coast, Hastings, circa 1945

Fighting the heat wave is waiter Emmanuel Lesavinier, as he serves ice cold drinks to Daniele Le Tallec, during a dip in the open pool at the Novotel Hotel, Exhall, Coventry. 12th July 1983

Water, sun and an old tyre... what more could one ask? Having fun at Binley Road paddling
Water, sun and an old tyre...what more could one ask? Having fun at Binley Road paddling pool, Coventry, are (top left) Julie Packer 12

Bikin clad models on the British Leyland stand at the 1971 Earls Court motor show 19th October 1971

Models wearing swimsuits sit outside Guys and Dolls in the Kings Road Chelsea London

Two models pose in the backseats of the new soft top Cavalier on the Vauxhall General Motors Stand at the 1982 Motor Show. 19th October 1982

Miss Great Britain (L) and Actress Trix Pelham revel in the artifical sunshine of the solarium both with their arms in the air

Greta Scacchi actress in swimming pool September 1988 Dbase MSI

Benny Hill Actor Comedian At The Miss Marilyn Contest In Ruislip

Two actresses wearing 1920s swimming costumes

Sheila Hancock April 1961 Actress A©Mirrorpix
Sheila Hancock April 1961 Actress © Mirrorpix

Actor Steve Reeves 1960 standing on a pier by the sea, carrying a woman in a bikini wearing a headscarf, as if to throw her into the water

Actress Anne Heywood learning to swim for her role in the film Floods of Fear April 1958

Actress Isobel George April 1952

Two men throwing a young woman into the sea on Bournemouth beach. 10th Aust 1952

Women seen here playing on Fistral beach Newquay. 30th May 1952

Women seen here playing on Fistral beach Newquay. 30th May 1952

Couples searching for privacy beneath the waters of the pool steal a shy kiss at the Honeymoon Hotel at Clymville Ron Brotherhood and wife Joy from Birmingham John Spires

Children seen here with their days catch in a jar on the banks of the River Lea. Circa 1946

A girl performs an acrobatic leap frog over her friend as they play together on the beach at Great Yarmouth during the summer holidays in August 1963

Fashion: Miss South Africa (Miss World). Annaline Kriel. March 1975 75-01350-009

Children seen here with their days catch in a jar on the banks of the River Lea. Circa 1946

Vicki Michelle Actress TV Comedy Allo Allo - July 1973

Brighton July 1955 Leon Petulengro at New Brighton with new entrants for this weeks heat of the Miss new Brighton Bathing Beauty Competition L-R June Reece of Liverpool, Vivienne Haskin of Liverpool

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"From Weston-super-Mare to Perranporth: A Journey Through the Evolution of Swimming Costumes" Step back in time and dive into the fascinating world of swimming costumes. 🏊‍♀️✨ In the 1948-1965 era, a British Railways poster showcased the allure of seaside fashion at Weston-super-Mare. Fast forward to Carry On Camping in 1969, where Barbara Windsor playfully covered her breasts with her hands, leaving audiences in stitches. The summer of 1970 brought us three stunning models flaunting the latest bikini fashions. Their confidence radiated as they embraced this daring trend that would forever change beachwear. Traveling further back to the carefree 1920s, we find ourselves at Perranporth Beach in Cornwall. Bathers frolic along its shores, sporting swimsuits that were modest by today's standards but still exuded elegance and charm. Moving ahead to February 1980, Suzanne Danielle graced magazine covers as she confidently modeled a sleek one-piece swimsuit. Her poise and grace set new standards for swimwear fashion. Carol Cleveland, known for her roles in Monty Python sketches, made waves in 1987 with her timeless beauty captured on film. She proved that age is just a number when it comes to looking fabulous on the beach. Remember John Alderton from Please Sir? Well, he shared his spotlight with Carol Hawkins as they both enjoyed some sun-soaked moments together. Their chemistry was undeniable. Sally Thomsett stole hearts during her time starring In Man About The House (April 1989). Her infectious smile and radiant energy made every beach day feel like paradise. Picture yourself sailing away into May 1959 with Sylvia Syms aboard a boat at sea. As an actress who effortlessly embodied sophistication and style on-screen, she epitomized glamour even while enjoying leisurely activities.